Wilberforce University
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About Wilberforce University
School Type: Private
Religious Affiliation: African Methodist Episcopal
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: No
Accreditation: regional
Wilberforce University is a small private university located on a rural campus in Wilberforce, Ohio. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 602, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 53%. The university offers 21 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 16%, and a student-faculty ratio of 12:1. Tuition and fees for students are $13,222.
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Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate
Full-Time Student Retention Rate
Six-Year Graduation Rate of Full-Time, First-Time Students
Application Considerations
Test scoresNot required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High school transcriptNot considered for admission, even if submitted
High school rankNot considered for admission, even if submitted
Letter of recommendationNot required for admission, but considered if submitted
High school GPARequired to be considered for admission
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programNot considered for admission, even if submitted
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Required to be considered for admission
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentNo
Credit for qualified life experience*Yes
Advance placement (AP) creditsImplied no
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile15-21
SAT 25th-75th Percentile840-940
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
617
Students enrolled
7%
Online student enrollment
12:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
1%
Unknown
20%
Black
80%
Hispanic
0%
Two or more races
%
Non-U.S. Citizen
%
Asian
%
American Indian/Alaska Native
%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
%
Socio-economic diversity
79% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
5
Total Online Enrollment
45
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.7% online, 93% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
77% On-campus
23% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
CertificatesNot offered
AssociateNot offered
Bachelor's19% online
Graduate CertificateNot offered
Master's100% online
DoctorateNot offered
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $59,784 | $59,784 |
| Graduate | $54,672 | $54,672 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,200 |
| On-campus room and board | $17,758 |
| On-campus other expenses | $2,600 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $81,342 | $81,342 |
| Off-campus without family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
| Off-campus with family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
92%
State Grant Aid
30%
Institution Grant Aid
79%
Pell Grant
79%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$26k
Average student debtafter graduation
$27k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Track Field Xcountry
Degrees Awarded by Program
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 2 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 3 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 4 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 5 | Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting And Related Protective Services. | |||
| 6 | Psychology. | |||
| 7 | Public Administration And Social Service Professions. | |||
| 8 | Social Sciences. |
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